New appointment to Mercy Health

Catholic provider Mercy Health, has appointed a new executive director of aged care as it looks to expand its services.

Bill Appleby comes to Mercy Health with over 20 years of experience in the health and aged care sectors.

He has helped to oversee a major re-branding for Anglican Aged Care Services (now Benetas) and has been involved with a significant merger while working for the Regis Group.

“Care for the frail and aged is an increasing need in our society and a strategic priority for Mercy Health. Mr Appleby’s experience will support our growth in this sector,” said Mercy Health’s chief executive officer, John Ballard.

In the next 10 months, Mercy Health plans to open new aged care services in East Melbourne, Parkville and Warrnambool, while completing expansions at Wyndham and Bendigo.

But Mr Appleby’s first priority is to ensure that there is a consistent set of values across all of Mercy Health’s aged care facilities in Victoria and New South Wales.